This is a rallying cry to YOU, dear Film Broads, See? listener. We are just 34 people away from unlocking $5,000 to our crowdfund campaign for The Pigeon. Take 90 seconds right now and help us get that money. HELP THE PIGEON FLY: http://thepigeonfilm.com/

How do you land a team of representation that is the perfect fit? Who are on board with your vision for you career? Let's dive into this process with with my guest, Brian Patacca, affectionately known as the "Representation Whisperer."

Brian shares his invaluable insights and practical advice on how to move away from a desperation mentality and instead, attract the right team with authenticity and clarity.

Apply these tools to land representation, connect with investors, pitch your project to potential collaborators, and so much more.

CLICK HERE to take Brian's incredible (and free) masterclass: MAKE AGENTS WANT YOU.

If you have a burning desire to create a project, and you want to stop waiting for permission from the industry to do what you love, learn how to get started at https://writeyourshort.com/

or connect with me here: https://www.instagram.com/theonlyemilygrace/

In this special bonus episode, I interview actress and filmmaker Natalie Neckyfarrow about how to deal with backlash that comes when your project strikes a nerve.

Is it time to pack it in and dim your light to make others comfortable? Hell no! Your project matters, and rising to the occasion is required of every pioneer.

It's essential to support a project like Natalie's. It puts female pleasure front and center, instead of hidden in a dusty corner never to be spoken of. Films that this effect change. They spark conversations that are desperately needed.

Support Natalie's film here:

https://seedandspark.com/fund/the-spark#story

The Pigeon watch:

My short film crowdfund is also starting soon (May 14). Click here to follow our journey to make this film a reality.

If you have a burning desire to create a project, and you want to stop waiting for permission from the industry to do what you love, learn how to get started at https://writeyourshort.com/

or connect with me here: https://www.instagram.com/theonlyemilygrace/

It’s the LAST step of the screenwriting process: the actual spriting. You made it, baby! Thanks to all your prep work, this step should be a breeze. Actually, it will still be a challenge. That’s why I strongly recommend you get some skin in the game and get on the hook by working with me as your guide and coach.

Let’s get your script to the finish line in the simplest, most efficient way possible (with the highest quality script possible!).

This episode will also introduce you to trailblazing filmmaker, Ida Lupino.

It’s the final episode of Season One. While I’m on hiatus I’ll be crowdfunding and producing my short film The Pigeon. Follow along with my journey here.

If you have a burning desire to create a project, and you want to stop waiting for permission from the industry to do what you love, learn how to get started at https://writeyourshort.com/

or connect with me here: https://www.instagram.com/theonlyemilygrace/

3 Act Structure is the key to turn your IDEA into a SCRIPT. In this episode you’ll learn the essential story elements that show up in three act structure, and how this tool incorporates the work you’ve done up until this point.

This is where the pieces fit together!

We’ll analyse the act structure of our favorite example: The Devil Wears Prada.

And I’ve got a very special companion video to go with this podcast episode:

BONUS VIDEO: 3 ACT STRUCTURE + OUTLINING

I’m gifting you a video directly from my paid program so you can see me analyze the structure of a short film. The better you are at analyzing act structure, the better your writing will get.

This video is my free gift to you as a podcast listener. Check it out right here.

If you have a burning desire to create a project, and you want to stop waiting for permission from the industry to do what you love, learn how to get started at https://writeyourshort.com/

or connect with me here: https://www.instagram.com/theonlyemilygrace/

Feedback is an essential part of your screenwriting process. But WHEN should you get it? WHO should you get it from? And HOW should you receive it?

Find out in this episode. Plus you’ll learn about prolific old Hollywood screenwriter Anita Loos, who’s 4’11” height belies her commanding presence in a male dominated industry. Find out how Loos’ legacy recently made an appearance at the 2024 Oscar ceremony.

If you have a burning desire to create a project, and you want to stop waiting for permission from the industry to do what you love, learn how to get started at https://writeyourshort.com/

or connect with me here: https://www.instagram.com/theonlyemilygrace/

It’s time to start making some DECISIONS about your story, see? And the mini outline is the perfect tool to do it.

Longer than a logline, shorter than a synopsis, the mini outline will help you lay a strong foundation for the journey of your protagonist.

That way you won’t write yourself into a corner later.

What goes into a mini outline? Find out in this episode. Plus I’ll share some examples of good and delightfully BAD mini outlines from The Devil Wears Prada and Anatomy Of A Fall, and you’ll learn about the slapstick comedy queen who taught Charlie Chaplin everything he knew: Mabel Normand.

If you have a burning desire to create a project, and you want to stop waiting for permission from the industry to do what you love, learn how to get started at https://writeyourshort.com/

or connect with me here: https://www.instagram.com/theonlyemilygrace/

AI was such a huge sticking point in last year’s contract negotiations, and how AI will change the future of our industry, or what that means for you as a creative, is still a pretty gray area.

That’s why I’m excited to share this conversation with Tom Morkes with you. He’s the founder and CEO of Insurgent Publishing, and co-host of the upcoming AI WRITERS SUMMIT.

One thing I do know is that AI brings up a lot of fear. Fear that creatives will be replaced. That the entertainment industry will collapse. And when fear is present, it can lead you to avoid and resist the thing you don’t understand.

So instead of digging my heels and resisting AI, I want to get curious and learn how it can actually enhance or supplement my creativity. That’s what this interview is all about!

Speaking of technological advancement, this episode gives a shoutout to Hedy Lamar and her incredible inventions (hint, you're probably using one of them right now)!

Want to take the AI conversation deeper? Grab your FREE ticket to the AI WRITERS SUMMIT.

Or you can grab this BONUS freebie from the AI Writing Summit Team

Check out Tom Morkes’ podcast IN THE TRENCHES.

Join the GET YOUR ACT TOGETHER waitlist for my upcoming feature film + tv pilot workshop.